Unlocking the Secrets: Nebraska Public Media Reveals the Science of Cooking the Perfect Steak

Nebraska Public Media Dives into the Science of a Great Steak

LINCOLN, Neb. (Feb. 13, 2025) – Many of us love a delicious steak, but have you ever thought about the science that makes it so tasty? A new show called “Steak Science” aims to show just that.

It airs at 7 p.m. CT on Sunday, March 2, on Nebraska Public Media, Facebook Live, and YouTube Live. The program takes viewers on a fun journey through the Nebraska beef industry. It covers everything from breeding cows to serving steak at your table.

The show reveals how science, tradition, and the dedication of professionals work together to create the perfect steak. Learn how different aging methods, like dry aging and wet aging, change the flavor. Find out if an Angus steak tastes the same as a Hereford one. Experts share the technology that keeps our food safe and consistent.

Viewers will hear from animal science specialists at the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The show also visits places like Weber Feedyards, the Ord Meat Locker, Baldridge-Tiedeman Angus Ranch, and Coppermill Steakhouse.

Some topics the show covers include:

• How better genetics are making steaks more tender.
• The impact of diet and environment on beef quality.
• Cooking methods that enhance flavor.
• What’s on the horizon for beef production.

To learn more about “Steak Science,” check out 16 digital shorts called “Beef Tips” at NebraskaPublicMedia.org/steaks or on their social media channels.

If you miss the premiere, don’t worry! The program will also replay at 8:30 p.m. CT on Wednesday, March 5, and again at 7 p.m. CT on Monday, March 10.

About Nebraska Public Media

Nebraska Public Media has been connecting people with news, sports, and entertainment since 1954. It offers a mix of notable stories from PBS and NPR along with local programming. The network reaches audiences through television, radio, and digital platforms. For more information, visit NebraskaPublicMedia.org.